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CITY OF EDGEWATER
LAND DEVELOPMENT AND REGULATORY AGENCY
REGULAR MEETING
WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 27, 1990
6:30 P.M.
COMMUNITY CENTER
Chairman C. Peter Hellsten called to order the regular meeting of
the Land Development and Regulatory Agency at 6:30 p.m.,
Wednesday, December 27, 1990, in the Community Center.
ROLL CALL: Members present were Mr. Masso, Mr. Garthwaite,
Mr. Hellsten, and Mr. Hildenbrand. Mrs. Blazi, Mr. Fazzone, and
Mr. Klein were excused. Also present were Mark P. Karet,
Planning and Zoning Director, and Beverly Kinney, Secretary.
CONTINUED BUSINESS:
Land Development Requlations:
this meeting is Chapter 22,
He added that the draft the
November, 1990.
Mr. Karet
Dimensional
members are
stated the review for
and Density Standards.
working from is dated
Section 2203, Minimum Lot Requirements: Mr. Karet stated that
in the proposed Land Development Regulations lot dimensions are
not "fixed" as in the current Zoning Ordinance, and there are no
minimum dwelling size requirements. Mr. Karet stated that the
reason for this is to make housing more affordable as stated in
the Comprehensive Plan. He added that there will be setback,
maximum lot coverage, overall density, impervious surface ratios,
floor area ratios, and open space requirements.
There was in depth discussion regarding smaller dwelling units.
The members stated their concerns about ending up with a "slum"
type of development. Mr. Karet stated that clustering will be
allowed in certain areas of a site, but other areas will be saved
as open space. He added that under the proposed regulations the
minimum allowable area of living space would be set by the
Southern Standard Building Code. Mr. Karet stated that the
Agency can limit the number of units if the decision is not an
arbitrary one, and if there are substantial reasons found by the
Agency.
Mr. Karet suggested that the Planning and Zoning Department can
setup a mock subdivision so the members can have a better chance
to understand the concept of Section 2203. The members agreed
that this is a good idea. Mr. Karet agreed to have it ready for
the January 23, 1991 meeting.
Section 2203.04 (A)(B), Areas
discussed. It was agreed that if a
the minimum lot area shall be
development that has no water shall
20,000 square feet.
Without Central Sewer, was
development has no sewer that
40,000 square feet, and a
have a minimum lot area of
Section 2210, Standards for Accessory Uses and Structures, which
includes storage buildings, garages, carports, swimming pools
antennas and satellite dish receivers was discussed.
Section 2210.05, Fences, standards for fences were discussed.
The members agreed that there should be a definition and pressure
treatment standards for wood fences since there are four (4)
different grades. They also agreed that anything that can be
used as a barrier should be defined. The members also agreed
there should be some type of relief regarding site elevations to
those who cannot meet the "crown of the road" height. Mr.
Garthwaite suggested that requests to use barbed wire should go
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through the LDRA rather than the Council. Mr.
under the proposed regulations electric
prohibited, because they can be hazardous.
Karet noted that
fences will be
Chapter 23, Arrangement of Uses and Structures, which contains
regulations regarding commercial vehicles, boats, campers, and
trailers. It was noted that the LDRA's recommended changes were
incorporated into Section 2305.
Mr. Karet stated that Section 2307 sets up various ratios for
mixed uses. He explained that the total number of dwelling units
will permit a small percentage of offices (ie: 50 offices for
each 500 dwelling units). Mr. Hellsten stated it will be low key
commercial and a small amount of retail.
DISCUSSION ITEMS:
Planninq and Zoninq Director's Reports: Mr. Karet stated that
the developers for "Windview" have submitted a site plan
application for a hotel on Riverside Drive. He suggested that
an alternative to changing the land use designation might be
reducing the intensity of the allowed uses. He added that it
will leave the commercial designation, but it will lower the
intensity. Mr. Karet stated the LDRA would need legal advise
regarding the issue before proceeding.
Chairman's Reports: Mr. Hellsten stated that the Sign Ad Hoc
Committee members are reviewing a number of ordinances including
the Boca Raton Ordinance, and seem to prefer it because of its
format. Mr. Hellsten stated that the City Council is concerned
about the attendance of the Committee members, but the group is
working well together.
Aqency Member Reports: Mr. Garthwaite discussed a house being
built on Kumquat Drive and Indian River Boulevard.
There being no further business to come before the Agency, Mr.
Masso moved to adjourn, seconded by Mr. Hildenbrand. The meeting
adjourned at 8:35 p.m..
Land Development and Regulatory Agency
Regular Meeting
Wednesday, December 27, 1990
Minutes Respectfully Submitted By:
Beverly Kinney, Secretary
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